Half Street Fairgrounds

Your Guide

Half Street Fairgrounds came about as a collaboration between a local D.C. restaurateur and developer. The large empty lot near Nationals' Stadium was envisioned as an interim event space for use during the 2012 baseball season. Old shipping containers were recycled to create temporary restaurant and vendor space in an open air market modeled after Brooklyn’s Dekalb Market. In addition to accommodating baseball crowds, Half Street Fairgrounds hosts the D.C. Truckeroo food truck extravaganza as well as live music and craft markets. The Fairgrounds site, slated for development as a 700,000-square foot mixed-use project, is part of the Capitol Riverfront redevelopment neighborhood. It's designed for maximum flexibility; as buildings are constructed, the Fairgrounds shipping containers can be rearranged to reflect the changing site and remain a viable recreational space until final buildout.

Across from Nationals' Gate

Half Street Fairgrounds is on the corner of Half Street and M Street SE across from the centerfield gate at Nationals' baseball stadium. The Navy Yard Metro stop is conveniently located directly across the street from the Fairgrounds.

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A Park Made of Used Shipping Containers

The entrance to Half Street Fairgrounds is built entirely of used shipping containers. They create a great introduction to the scene inside the gates.

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Containers in All Shapes

The shipping containers come in various sizes and colors, accommodating small vendors and restaurants. They really liven up the street! Vendors also set up their goods outside the Fairgrounds on game day.

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Eat & Drink

This is a typical food vendor in one of the Fairgrounds shipping containers.

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Landshark Lager

Typical billboard to entice fans and visitors on a hot summer day.

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Game Day

The Washington Nationals' baseball stadium is at the terminus of the Fairgrounds. Fans can grab a bite and drink at the faigrounds before the game and then stroll down the street to Nationals Park.

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Ready for the Show

Music concerts and special events take place on the Fairgrounds stage which is also made from shipping containers.

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Drinks on a Hot Day

The Bullpen offers beer, wine, margaritas and a variety of soft drinks.

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Typical Food Truck Fare at the Fairgrounds

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Truckeroo

Half Street Fairgrounds is host to D.C. Truckeroo, a seasonal food truck extravaganza featuring 20+ food trucks, music and games. It’s a crowded, fun event where everyone is there for tasty treats from D.C.’s finest rolling purveyors of cuisine.